Wednesday, 28 January 2009
The Secretary of State was asked—
What assessment he has made of the contribution of the rural economy to economic performance in Wales; and if he will make a statement.
When he next expects to meet representatives of small business organisations in Wales to discuss the regulatory burden on them.
What recent discussions he has had with the chair of the All Wales Convention on the work of the convention.
What recent estimate he has made of levels of employment in south Wales.
What recent discussions he has had with the First Minister on prospects for manufacturing industry in Wales.
The Prime Minister was asked—
If he will list his official engagements for Wednesday 28 January.
I inform the House that I have selected the amendment in the name of the Prime Minister.
Motion made, and Question put forthwith ( Standing Order No. 119(11)),
That this House takes note of European Union Document No. 15661/08, draft Regulation on Credit Rating Agencies, and endorses the Government's approach.— (Claire Ward.) Question agreed to.
Motion made, and Question proposed, That this House do now adjourn. —(Claire Ward.)
That this House takes note with approval of the Government's assessment as set out in the Pre-Budget Report 2008 for the purposes of Section 5 of the European Communities (Amendment) Act 1993....
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